Best Schools in Barrington, Rhode Island
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Barrington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Barrington High School
High · Barrington. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Nayatt School
Elementary · Barrington. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Barrington Middle School
Middle · Barrington. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Barrington for 2026 are Barrington High School (9.6/10), Nayatt School (8.9/10), and Barrington Middle School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
6 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$591,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
6 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$591,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Barrington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barrington High School | 9.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Nayatt School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Barrington Middle School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Primrose Hill School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | St Andrews School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Sowams Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Hampden Meadows School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Barrington Christian Academy | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | St Luke's School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $150,542
- Median home value
- $591,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 72%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
78% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Barrington compares
Rhode Island rank
#2 of 33
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Rhode Island avg (6.2)
Median household income
$151k
155% of Rhode Island median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Barrington, Rhode Island
Barrington, Rhode Island is home to 11 schools, including 6 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Barrington perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Barrington is Barrington High School with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Barrington is served by 1 school district: Barrington. These districts collectively serve 3,309 students.
Barrington's community shows 72% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $150,542. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 357 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.9 | ||
| 2 | 361 students · Pre-K–3rd | 8.4 | ||
| 3 | 261 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 446 students · 4th–5th | 7.4 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Luke's School
Private
144 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 2 | Montessori Centre of Barrington
Private
5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 3 | Red Brick Nursery School
Private
14 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 762 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,101 students · 9th–12th | 9.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Andrews School
Private
211 students · 6th–12th | 8.4 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barrington Christian Academy
Private
184 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Barrington
Barrington, Rhode Island · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$150,542
Median Home Value
$591,700
Median Rent
$1,794/mo
Population
17,113
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Barrington has a median household income of $150,542. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $591,700, with a median rent of $1,794/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Rhode Island
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Barrington, Rhode Island
How many schools are in Barrington, Rhode Island?
Barrington has 11 schools, including 6 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Barrington is 7.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Barrington High School with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked elementary school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Nayatt School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked middle school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Barrington Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked high school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Barrington High School with a composite score of 9.6/10.
How many school districts serve Barrington, Rhode Island?
Barrington is served by 1 school district: Barrington.
What is the education level in Barrington, Rhode Island?
According to Census data, 72% of adults in Barrington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The median household income in Barrington is approximately $150,542 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Barrington, Rhode Island?
Yes, Barrington has 5 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Andrews School with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Barrington, Rhode Island?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Barrington is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Barrington, Rhode Island?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Rhode Island Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.